Zesty Malaysian Rojak with Toasted Peanuts and Tamarind

Name: Zesty Malaysian Rojak with Toasted Peanuts and Tamarind
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup cucumber; 1 cup fresh pineapple; 1 medium green mango; 1/2 cup jicama; 1/2 cup fried tofu puffs; 2 tbsp tamarind paste; 2 tbsp palm sugar; 1 tbsp chili paste; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp shrimp paste; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup peanuts; 2 tbsp sesame seeds; 1 small red chili

A refreshing Malaysian salad bursting with flavors

Dive into a bowl of this vibrant Malaysian rojak, featuring a tantalizing mix of fresh fruits, vegetables, and a piquant tamarind dressing, perfectly balanced with the crunch of toasted peanuts.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 cup cucumber

sliced

1 cup fresh pineapple

cubed

1 medium green mango

peeled and julienned

1/2 cup jicama

peeled and julienned

1/2 cup fried tofu puffs

cubed

For the Dressing

2 tbsp tamarind paste

2 tbsp palm sugar

grated

1 tbsp chili paste

1 tbsp lime juice

1 tsp shrimp paste

1/4 cup water

For the Garnish

1/4 cup peanuts

toasted and coarsely ground

2 tbsp sesame seeds

toasted

1 small red chili

sliced, for heat (optional)

Preparation

Preparing the Fruits and Vegetables

Slice and Cube

Slice the cucumber and cube the pineapple.

Julienne Produce

Peel and julienne the green mango and jicama.

Prep Tofu

Cube the tofu puffs into bite-sized pieces.

Making the Dressing

Combine Tamarind & Water

In a bowl, combine tamarind paste and water. Mix until smooth.

Finish Dressing

Stir in palm sugar, chili paste, lime juice, and shrimp paste. Mix well until the sugar dissolves completely.

Ensure the palm sugar dissolves completely to get a consistent dressing flavor. Adjust the chili paste to your desired spice level.

Cooking Process

Combine the Salad

In a large bowl, gently toss the prepared fruits, vegetables, and tofu with the dressing until well-coated.

Add Garnish

Sprinkle the toasted peanuts and sesame seeds over the top.

Final Touch

Add sliced red chili for an extra kick if desired.

Plating & Serving